For starters, Rays vs. White Sox, with no Damon

UPDATE, 5:20: Damon tried taking some swings in early batting practice but wasn't comfortable getting four at-bats, Maddon said. He is available to pinch-hit later, and could be used to pinch-run also. "He's doing a lot better he just wasn't 100 percent,'' Maddon said. "Maybe tomorrow.'' ... 1B Dan Johnson (left wrist) felt good enough to return to the lineup and will be the DH. ... RHP James Shields on Tuesday became the first Ray to throw 1,000 innings, and also passed LHP Scott Kazmir for the most strikeouts at the Trop (461).

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